The legal world is full of terms and complexities that can leave people feeling confused. Cutting through the jargon, we aim to demystify the legal process and ensure our clients are well-informed every step of the way.

If you are going through the process of buying a property or piece of land, you may have come across the term ‘restrictive covenants’.

Read on to find out what a restrictive covenant is, what it means for a property purchase and when to seek legal advice.

Whether it is hitting 90mph on the motorway or 31mph in a residential area, going over any speed limit is an offence and as such could result in a penalty.

The consequences of speeding vary depending on whether the incident is classed as minor or serious. Either way, the process of facing a speeding charge can be stressful.

Read on to find out what you need to know about being caught speeding…

The Perinatal Institute has published its findings following a review into perinatal deaths at Derby Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. 

A perinatal death concerns babies who died between 28 weeks gestation up to 4 weeks after birth. 

From financial matters to specialist IT services, there are times when businesses need to utilise the skills and expertise of external experts. One such area is commercial property law.

As a business, it is essential that the process of buying and selling property is undertaken properly and legally if the business is to maximise its investment or minimise any losses.

Commercial and Property Law

Commercial property comes in many shapes and sizes and includes property such as:

The financial world can be complex and even the savviest among us can find the world of financial records, tax returns and profit and loss accounts confusing. Therefore, to ensure our finances are kept in order, many of us turn to a professional accountant to handle our affairs.

From business accounts to personal finances, when we appoint an accountant to work on our behalf we are putting our trust in their skills, experience and training.

Whether it is a planned project or emergency repairs, if you are getting work done on your property or workplace, it requires an investment of time and money.

Each year in the UK builders undertake a vast array of projects much to their customers’ satisfaction. However, despite the best of intentions, there are times when projects do not go to plan and disputes arise. In such cases adopting a calm approach and trying to resolve the matter through discussion is advised.

Boundary disputes can quickly become a contentious issue for neighbours, with each party sure they are in the right and unwilling to compromise. If you are facing or currently embroiled in a boundary dispute read on to find out more about what a boundary dispute could mean for your property…

When we go to work we have the right to expect to be treated fairly and with respect. These expectations are laid down in law meaning that employees, irrespective of profession, working patterns, age, or gender, are protected by employee rights.

With January traditionally being seen as one of the busiest months for matrimonial lawyers, indeed the first Monday of the New Year is nicknamed ‘Divorce Day’, with legal firms up and down the country reporting record numbers of enquiries, it is, perhaps, important that we look at the reasons for this as a note of caution.

The UK’s roads are busy and every time we take to the road in our vehicle, the journey calls for our undivided focus and attention. However, there are times, when, for whatever reason, our attention may waver, or we make a poor decision when behind the wheel. These instances, often split second-moments, could result in a charge of careless driving which can have far-reaching consequences.